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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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